Transit of Venus Photography
Janssen uses his photographic revolver during the transit of Venus to record a rapid sequence of solar images.
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1874 in France
Explore 6 historical events and records for France in 1874.
Historical records for France in 1874
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Rule of Annam
France assumes a protectorate over Annam
Dance Macabre
Composition of "Dance Macabre"
Lieutenant
Appointed Lieutenant in the artillery
President of the Council
Appointed President of the Council
Silver Coinage Restriction
France restricts the minting of silver as falling silver prices threaten the bimetallic system, helping shift Latin Monetary Union practice toward gold.
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